From the very moment you reach Slade you will start enjoying nature's bounties. Enjoy the scent of dogwood and wildflowers; and visit the natural stone bridges and rugged cliffs that create a magical surrounding like that of the Rockies. Apart from these, you can enjoy many fascinating activities at the Natural Bridge State Resort Park and the Red River Gorge, within an hour's drive from the vacation rental cabins and homes of Slade.
Besides enjoying Slade's outdoor splendor, you can try many other activities in Kentucky's Rockies such as drag racing, music, golf, visiting historic museums, and shopping centers. You can also take day-trips to visit the interesting attractions in the neighboring communities of McKee and Louisville.
Kentucky Reptile Zoo and the Red River Gorge are the biggest draws of this town. Kentucky Reptile Zoo displays a rich diversity of reptiles of America. The reptiles on display range from big reticulated python to cobras, vipers, rattlesnakes and crocodiles. The Zoo has a kid's area - Turtle Tracks, where you can see both tortoises and aquatic turtles. Red River Gorge on the Red River and spanning over 28,000 acres is similar to the Grand Canyon.. The Gorge includes Clifty Wilderness area, and an abundance of rock shelters, waterfalls, natural bridges and sandstone cliffs. Lodge yourself in Slade vacation rentals, and make the best of your vacation in Kentucky.